Careers & Employment - December 2007

2007-12-21 18:18:20 · 4 answers · asked by what e 2 in Marketing & Sales

2007-12-21 17:24:43 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

I think it may be that they tend to be under less pressure than private companies to generate revenues to stay in business. It's more slow paced in government sector, and sometimes it gets tearfully boring, but that may just be my experience.

2007-12-21 16:58:25 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government & Non-Profit

I have a real passion for the environment and animals. For the longest time I've tried so hard to find a career that would do some good for the world. I just finished an ecology course and I loved it. I found it interesting and I understood it. I also just scored 99% on my test and I didn't study at all. Usually I have to study a lot to get that kind of mark. My question is what are some careers that involve ecology?

2007-12-21 16:34:42 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

I was scheduled off today. I made plans to go out of town. This morning the office girl calls, leaves me a message, and asks if I can come in. I called back and told her I wasn't able to. A couple of hours later, work calls again. I didn't answer right away. It was my manager this time. He left me a message saying that if I didn't call him back, my hours might substantially be lowered in the weeks to come. I called him back, and he accuses me on the phone of screening my calls. I politely explained to him I was out of town with a friend (at this point I was), and I apologized for not being able to come into work. He said he was just wondering why I couldn't come in.

My thinking is that what I do on my day off is my business, and that I shouldn't have to be around my phone to answer it right away. Can he really threaten to reduce my hours if I don't come in on my day off? Are there any laws against this kind of retaliation? I live in Arkansas if that helps.

2007-12-21 16:23:12 · 8 answers · asked by Ryan L 2 in Law & Legal

My former boss, Michael R H***es recently interviewed 3 of us in my current department for a sales position. I dressed to the nines for both the 1st and 2nd interview, and was very confident and concise (avoided ums, uhs) and gave a really good interview. He made almost no eye contact and made derogatory comments to me in both the interview and feedback session. I had said that I needed work on a specific area and he said it back as if I didn't know anything about sales or my current role. I am far from perfect, but he was also demeaning of me on my year end review, and I had to fight like hell to get my current position; in fact every person I talked to on the team of 30 or so people said I had shown that I deserve the job. I no longer work for him, but my question really is, how to deal with such a slimy person? He is making his hiring decisions on favorites rather than qualifications, and has a blatant history of doing so.

2007-12-21 16:21:56 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Financial Services

I just graduated with a degree in communications and a minor in writing. I thought I wanted to do something in the journalism field. But I realized now after $100k in tuition that it's not what I want to do. What types of jobs can i do with this degree. I was very involved in school, from student govt. to the university judicial board, ski club, marketing association... What are some good jobs that would pay well and that I would be able to move up quickly in.

2007-12-21 15:52:28 · 8 answers · asked by duckfizzle 2 in Other - Careers & Employment

A. Work for Blackwater?
B. Work directly for the Bush administration?
C. Become a televangelist (with the occasional prostitute on the side)?
D. Work for the Democratic National Convention?
E. Promote televised homeless person boxing matches?

2007-12-21 15:41:11 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Government & Non-Profit

2007-12-21 15:34:51 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

My friend is a great problem solver. He is good at going into businesses and raising revenue and just generally figuring out how to make things smoother. He has a bs in sociology and some experience in doing this sort of thing with some newspapers. What job should he apply for and how can he get a job that utilizes these skills???

2007-12-21 15:07:13 · 2 answers · asked by norton2628 1 in Other - Careers & Employment

The thought just popped up in my head that I would very much like to work as someone who goes into companies and helps throw stuff out that isn't necessary.
Not on a management level, but on an operational and production level.
I would re-design processes and products simply by finding ways of doing without aspects of them, saving money and trouble.

If there is such a profession, what is it called?

2007-12-21 14:17:24 · 5 answers · asked by Tahini Classic 7 in Other - Careers & Employment

I've noticed a much better hit rate when my account was new. Do employers have a way of telling how long the resume has been posted? Should I delete an account and start fresh?

2007-12-21 11:51:03 · 3 answers · asked by ? 3 in Other - Careers & Employment

Its a dangerous job but you like it because you are earning thousands for your family but sadly it has to come to an end. Are you willing for this to happen?
Your country has elected a new prime minister and he is going to pull you out. You will have to find a new job, only earning $15 per hour.

When there are 4 answers I will tell you the job. Thank you for answering.

2007-12-21 11:09:06 · 5 answers · asked by |*awesome*| 3 in Other - Careers & Employment

hallo future RN
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2007-12-21 11:03:16 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health Care

I am trying to reenter an entry-level field in which my most recent experience was seven years ago. I had a 9-year history in this field, so it is significant.

Where should this information be included in the resume? Should I briefly explain it in the cover letter instead?

2007-12-21 10:51:23 · 4 answers · asked by Who Knew? 2 in Other - Careers & Employment

I have an interview for a job as a recreational coordinator but really dont have much experience in it -- it says they want me to:

"create and coordinate recreational activities program based on resident interests. (it also says) This position requires planning, organizing and implementing a total activities program for an upscale senior community. Event planning expertise preferred"

Does anyone have experience in this. DO you have any ideas about recreational programs?? I have basic ideas like bowling, movies, museum but I need more in depth information on what they may be reffering to when they say they want me to plan organize and implement. Please those who work in this type of field help! I will give 10 point to the best answer. I really need a good in depth answer. I know what the word plan, organize and implement mean but if some of you work in the field how did you go about doing this???

2007-12-21 09:43:39 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

I am looking into becoming a secret shopper however I don't know anyone who actually is one. I'd like someone with personal experience to let me know if its a legitimate job (not full time, just extra cash).

2007-12-21 08:51:27 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

2007-12-21 08:45:12 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

A twenty five year old with below average GCSE's with lots of work experience OR a person of the same age with excellent GCSE's and A levels, a masters degree in Maths whom has no work experience.

2007-12-21 08:44:40 · 13 answers · asked by The Fresh Prince 4 in Other - Careers & Employment

My sister was hired on a permanent contract by a company on the condition that the first 6 months would be the "probationary period". Last week, on the last day of the probationary period, she was called to a meeting by her boss, and abruptly told that her contract would be terminated because she had made too many mistakes, but mainly because she was disliked by her colleagues, and did not fit in. Although she acknowledges that she made a few mistakes in the beginning, her line manager had said this was ok because she was new to her job. What is most confusing is being fired because of being disliked by colleagues. My sister always said her boss (female) hated her from the beginning, but she always thought she got on well with people in her dept. She was too upset in the meeting to question her boss, but what she and I are wondering now is, is being disliked by colleagues a valid reason to terminate an employee's contract, and doesnt the company need evidence? Thanks for any advice

2007-12-21 07:40:49 · 32 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

What kind of problems will I run into finding a job as a Driver? I have 2 previous drinking and driving violations. One was 3 yrs ago. The other was 7 yrs ago. What do companies look at? How can I show to companies that I do not drink anymore? Is there anything I can do?

2007-12-21 06:24:49 · 5 answers · asked by Blessed 2 in Law & Legal

I don’t have a lot of work experience

2007-12-21 06:10:39 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

am just asking

2007-12-21 06:02:44 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

Under the sexual harassment subtitle of the summary of employer-employee rights and obligations it says "In addition, an employer that permits a hostile atmosphere in the workplace may be liable to affected employees whether or not they are specific or intended victims." -http;//www.colelpa.com - (Refferenced)

What I'm wondering is who do you report emotional or psychological abuse to, is there a state department or some one you call with the labor union?
I have a couple of friends from a former job who have just got in touch with me and said that they too would like to go after a former employer for his abusive behavior!

Thanks-Barbara

2007-12-21 05:44:31 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Legal

2007-12-21 05:38:27 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

The excuse is only 2.5 mos at work only so they say they are not entitled to pay - not even for Xmas or New Years days - they are closed the remainder of the week. Not getting paid for 7 work days - is this legal - they never said anything during interview/ hiring. If anything that was a selling point that they give that week off! Any input??

2007-12-21 05:30:54 · 7 answers · asked by expat g 2 in Law & Legal

i want the title/titles to put into a search engine.. as ive never been too good at the call centre thing.. well atleast the calling up people and begging them to buy ur product and or hand over their credit card details.. On the other hand im good at bossing people around.. especially if they want my advice.. so any suggestions? does anyone know any company in the uk.. i live in london but im on holiday right now.. so online applications are better for me right now.. but leave the numbers too.. ill sort em wen i get home...




thank u.. sorry to waffle on..

2007-12-21 05:10:04 · 7 answers · asked by *PYT* 2 in Other - Careers & Employment

yesterday i was fired from my part time job at a bookstore. the reason that was given was that i was a few minutes late three days in the past two weeks and that i called in sick twice in the past two weeks. i have been dealing with many health problems lately including depression and a neck injury and had valid reasons for my absences. i offered to get doctors notes verifying my absences but i was not taken seriously. also, the enforcement of their policies is not equal. i know of employees who have worked there for a long time and flout the rules regularly and have not been reprimanded. i told thisto my manager and she said that many people have been reprimanded and fired in the past few monthes but that its not made public so i would have no way of knowing. but i have spoken to current and former employees who say differently.
what would you advise doing? i don't want to continue working there after the way i've been treated. could any legal action be pursued?

2007-12-21 04:36:24 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Legal

Can a person who is limited to only "occasional overhead lifting, no lifting over 35 pounds above shoulder level and no lfiting over 50 pounds under shoulder level " perform the work necessary for Construction Laborers or Construction Workers?

2007-12-21 04:32:38 · 3 answers · asked by dsjnix 1 in Other - Careers & Employment

Sleezy employer asked the managment in this mornings meeting to forego this weeks paycheck because they supposedly are having a hard time coming up with all of payroll this week 5 day's before christmas and the week that i'm suppose to go out of town for my weeks paid vacation that I schedualed months ago.
I have no intentions of letting them keep hold on to this weeks paycheck for a few reasons.
1. I cannot NOT have it this weeks check, I've specifically set it up so this paycheck goes to my vacation. If I don't get it I can't go tonight.
2. I'm not letting them set a president in keeping my money when they have money management problems.

So what legal recourse do I have if they don't give it to me or if it bounces? Of course as soon as I get it in my hot little hand its going to get cashed, but what about next weeks paycheck what if I don't get my vacation check?Someone please advise on what can be done for protection till I locate a new employer?
What options do I have?

2007-12-21 04:26:31 · 10 answers · asked by W 3 in Law & Legal